SR 16 over Burg Creek
FairYazoo County, Mississippi · 5.0 MI W Madison Cl · Structure no. 310001608206580
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Burg Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Burg Creek in Yazoo County, Mississippi. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,700 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,700 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Burg Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 over Burg Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Burg Creek carry?
About 3,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Burg Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Burg Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.